Job Description

Come join a team dedicated to making a positive impact in our community, where the well-being of our residents is always our top priority. We offer flexible scheduling options (based on position) and foster professional growth through comprehensive training programs and learning opportunities. Shape your future in a career that empowers you to make a difference and thrive in a collaborative, purpose-driven environment.

Work as a crew member operating City vehicles and equipment and performing tasks associated with the maintenance and repair of City infrastructure such as roadways, , sidewalks and right of ways in all types of weather conditions. Applicant must have Utah class A or B CDL. Occasionally act as lead worker on small crews. Other duties may be assigned.

Applicant must have Utah class A or B CDL.

Applicants that have their class A or B CDL, but do not have the experience required for our Operator positions, will be considered for our Public Works Maintenance Worker II position. Preference will be given to those candidates that have the experience required for our Operator positions.

Starting Pay

Additional pay may be provided depending on experience.

Street Maintenance Worker II: $21.21

Operator I: $22.94

Operator II: $24.81

Schedule:Monday through Thursday 6:30 AM-5:30 PM some weekends and after hrs. during on snow season

Benefits Full Benefits; health, dental, and life insurance, paid time off and paid holidays, vision reimbursement plan

Retirement: Utah Retirement Systems, pension and/or 401(k)

Job Posting Close Date: Open until filled

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Operate light duty and heavy duty (exceeding 26,000 lbs. GVW) trucks.
• Operate City equipment including mud jacker, snowplow, loader, forklift, dump truck, mower, chipper, roller, crack sealer, tar pot, Vactor and street sweeper.
• Perform routine maintenance or emergency repairs of equipment as required.
• Perform safety inspections on equipment.
• Obtain City certification on equipment.
• Track and fill out daily work reports including labor, equipment and materials used on specific work tasks.
• Actively participate in crew meetings and decision making.
• Assignment to 12-hour (am or pm) snowplow shift.
• Ability to report to work within 30 minutes of call out when placed on stand-by by shift supervisor.
• Respond to emergency after hours callouts when assigned.
• Flag traffic and erect and dismantle barricades, signs and cones.
• Know and follow blue staking requirements.
• Learn and follow department policies and procedures governing safety and work performed.
• Demonstrate awareness of safety conditions that affect all crew members.
• Recognize potential safety problems and take action to correct them.

Supervisory Responsibilities

• Act as lead worker on small crews that include Maintenance workers or seasonal employees.
• Track daily work accomplished including hours of labor, equipment and materials used for each task.
• Make suggestions to crew members on how to solve problems and improve job skills.

Advancement Opportunities

Career growth may be achieved through gained experience, skill, certification (if applicable), and demonstrated ability. Promotional opportunities are not guaranteed.

• Operator II
• Senior Operator

Requirements

• Proficiency in operation of City equipment including snowplow, loader, forklift, dump truck, mower, chipper, roller, crack sealer, tar pot, Vactor and street sweeper.
• General knowledge of methods, materials and equipment used in completing infrastructure maintenance and repair tasks.
• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions in English, work effectively with others, work long hours in stressful weather conditions and to accept call-out responsibility.
• Ability to make sound decisions regarding the best use of City resources in a call-out situation.
• Ability to react to change productively and perform other tasks as assigned.

Education and/or Experience

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Two years operating equipment or three years of related experience.

Language Skills

• Must be able to communicate effectively in English both verbally and in writing.
• Bi-lingual (Spanish) preferred.

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations

• Valid Utah Class A or B Commercial Driver License without air brake restrictions.
• Loader Level 1 Utah certification within 6 months.

Physical Demands

• Moderate to heavy physical activity.
• Ability to perform heavy physical labor for extended periods of time in all types of weather condition.

Work Environment

• Frequently subject to extreme weather conditions, including heat, cold, rain and snow.
• Frequent exposure to dust, fumes, hot asphalt and road improvement materials.
• Subject to moderate noise levels.
• Exposure to moderate physical hazards in the performance of projects and maintenance.
• Exposure to intermittent stress due to human behavior and job tasks.

If you are reading this and hesitating to click "apply" because you do not check every box in the posting, we encourage you to go for it! A true passion and excitement for making an impact is just as important as work experience.